background image

(1) Lighting part

This section emits light.

(2) Receiver part

This section captures the 
image.

(3) Connector

This connector is connected 
to the Amplifier Unit.

(4) Focus adjustment control

This control is used for adjusting the focus of the image.

(5) Ventilation film

This film prevents the front panel from condensation.

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE USE

PRECAUTIONS FOR CORRECT USE

Please observe the following precautions to prevent failure to operate, malfunctions, 
or undesirable effects on product performance.

Do not install the product in locations subjected to the following conditions.

 Ambient temperature outside the rating

 Rapid temperature fluctuations (causing condensation)

 Relative humidity outside the range of 35 to 85%

 Presence of corrosive or flammable gases

 Presence of dust, salt, or iron particles

 Direct vibration or shock

 Reflection of intense light (such as other laser beams , electric arc welding machines 

or ultraviolet rays)

 Direct sunlight or near heaters

 Water, oil, or chemical fumes or spray

 Strong magnetic or electric field

(1) Installation Site

The center of the optical axis sometimes differs according to each Sensor Head. 
During installation, be sure to check the center of the image and the detection range 
on the LCD monitor of the Amplifier Unit.

(3) Optical Axis and Detection Range

Please observe the following precautions for safe use of the products.

 Do not use thinner, benzene, acetone or kerosene to clean the Sensor Head and 

Amplifier Unit.

 If large dust particles adhere to the front Panel of the Sensor Head, use a blower 

brush (used to clean camera lenses) to blow them off. Do not blow off the dust 
particles with your mouth.

 To remove smaller dust particles, wipe gently with a soft cloth. 

Do not use excessive force to wipe off dust particles. Scratches on the front 
Panel may cause errors.

(5) Maintenance and Inspection

227mm

115mm

89mm

148mm

Setting

distance

(L)

Detection

range

(H)

(1) Installation Environment

 Do not use the product in environments where it can be exposed to inflammable / 

explosive gas.

 To secure the safety of operation and maintenance, do not install the product close 

to high-voltage devices and power devices.

 During installation, make sure that screws are tightened firmly.

(3) Others

 Do not attempt to dismantle, repair, or modify the product.

 Dispose of this product as industrial waste.

 If abnormal odors, heating, or smoke occurs, stop using the Smart Sensor 

immediately, turn OFF the power, and consult with your OMRON representative.

(2) Power Supply and Wiring

 High-voltage lines and power lines must be wired separately from this product. 

Wiring them together or placing them in the same duct may cause induction, 
resulting in malfunction or damage.

(2) Power Supply and Wiring

 Do not peel off or probe the ventilation film with a sharp-pointed object.

If you so, the specifications of the protective structure may no longer be satisfied.

 Do not block the ventilation film. Doing so might cause the front panel to be 

con-densed.

(4) Ventilation Film

Part Names and Functions

Specifications

Dimensions

Model

ZFX-SC150

Smart Sensor
For Model ZFX-C

□□

Sensor head unit

 Before connecting/disconnecting the Sensor Head, make sure that the Smart Sensor 

is turned OFF. The Smart Sensor may break down if the Sensor Head is connected 
or disconnected while the power is ON.

 Use only combinations of Sensor Heads and Sensor Controllers specified in this 

sheet.

(Unit : mm)

Item

Setting distance (L)

Detection range (H V)

Relation between setting
distance and detection range

Object lighting method

Object light source

Extra light interface

Sensing element

Shutter

Power supply voltage

Current consumption

Dielectric strength

Vibration resistance (destruction)

Shock resistance (destruction)

Ambient temperature

Ambient humidity

Ambient atmosphere

Connection method

115 to 227 mm

89

×

89 mm to 148

×

148 mm

Pulse lighting

Seventy two white LEDs

Not available

1/3-inch interline color CCD (reading all pixels)

Electronic shutter, shutter time: 1/170 to 1/20,000s

15 VDC, 48 VDC (Supplied from Amplifier Unit.)

Approx. 350 mA[15VDC:Approx. 150 mA, 48VDC:Approx. 200 mA]

1,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min

10 to 150 Hz, 0.35-mm single amplitude, 10 times each in X, Y, and Z directions for 8 min

150 m/s

2

 , three times each in six directions (up/down, left/right, forward/backward)

Operating: 0 to 40 

, Storage: -20 to 65 

 (with no icing or condensation)

Operating and storage: 35% to 85% (with no condensation)

Must be free of corrosive gas.

Detection

range

V

H

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OMRON Corporation                        All Rights Reserved.

2007-2009

(1) Lighting part

(2) Receiver part

(3) Connector

(5) Ventilation film

(4) Focus adjustment
      control

Attach the ferrite core (provided with the Smart Sensor) to the case side and the 
connector side of the Sensor Head.

Attaching the ferrite core

Ferrite core

The following graphs show the relationship between detection range and setting 
distance for each model of Sensor Head.
Values differ according to each model of Sensor Head, so fully check the model before
using these graphs.

(Example)
When using a ZFX-SC150 Sensor Head 
at a detection range of 125 mm required 
for the location of the sensing object, the 
setting distance of Sensor Head becomes 
180mm.

Detection range 

H (mm)

Setting distance 

L (mm)

(1) Install the Sensor Head at the installation 

distance obtained in the above graphs.

(2) Turn the focus adjustment control 
      to the left and right to adjust the focus.

Workpiece

Installation distance

Installation procedure

Setting
distance L

Detection range H

Focus 
adjustment
control

INSTRUCTION SHEET

Thank you for selecting OMRON product. This sheet pri-

marily describes precautions required in installing and

operating the product.

Before operating the product, read the sheet thoroughly to

acquire sufficient knowledge of the product. For your con-

venience, keep the sheet at your disposal.

OMRON Corporation

Suitability for Use

EUROPE
OMRON EUROPE B.V. Sensor Business Unit
Carl-Benz Str.4, D-71154 Nufringen Germany
Phone:49-7032-811-0  Fax: 49-7032-811-199
NORTH AMERICA
OMRON ELECTRONICS  LLC
One Commerce Drive Schaumburg,IL 60173-5302 U.S.A.
Phone:1-847-843-7900  Fax : 1-847-843-7787
ASIA-PACIFIC
OMRON ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD.
No. 438A Alexandra Road #05-05-08(Lobby 2),
Alexandra Technopark, Singapore 119967 
Phone : 65-6835-3011  Fax :65-6835-2711

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THE PRODUCTS CONTAINED IN THIS SHEET ARE NOT SAFETY RATED.  
THEY ARE NOT DESIGNED OR RATED FOR ENSURING SAFETY OF 
PERSONS, AND SHOULD NOT BE RELIED UPON AS A SAFETY 
COMPONENT OR PROTECTIVE DEVICE FOR SUCH PURPOSES.
Please refer to separate catalogs for OMRON's safety rated products.

OMRON shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes, or 
regulations that apply to the combination of the products in the customer's 
application or use of the product. 
 
Take all necessary steps to determine the suitability of the product for the 
systems, machines, and equipment with which it will be used.
Know and observe all prohibitions of use applicable to this product.
 
NEVER USE THE PRODUCTS FOR AN APPLICATION INVOLVING 
SERIOUS RISK TO LIFE OR PROPERTY WITHOUT ENSURING THAT THE 
SYSTEM AS A WHOLE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO ADDRESS THE RISKS, 
AND THAT THE OMRON PRODUCT IS PROPERLY RATED AND 
INSTALLED FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL 
EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM.
See also Product catalog for Warranty and Limitation of Liability.

CHINA
OMRON(CHINA) CO., LTD. 
Room 2211, Bank of China Tower,
200 Yin Cheng Zhong Road, 
PuDong New Area, Shanghai, 200120, China
Phone : 86-21-5037-2222  Fax :86-21-5037-2200

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Before tuning the focus adjustment control 
slightly to the right, make sure that the guide 
mark is not at the lower limit position.  
The focus adjustment control is a multi-turn 
control.  However, the control stops turning at 
the lower limit position (right turn).  
The control turns idle even after the upper limit position (left turn).  
Do not exert unnecessary force to turn the control at the upper or 
lower limit positions as this might damage the control.

59.5

110.2

26.2

CONNECTOR

38.14

25.34

5.9

24.2

HEAT-RESISTANT VINYL CHLORIDE SHIELD CODE
6.2 Dia. STANDARD LENGTH 2m

MOUNTING
SURFACE

12

35

57

98

8

2-M4 DEPTH 6

U1/4-20UNC DEPTH 5

HEAT-RESISTANT

OIL-RESISTANT VINYL CHLORIDE SHIELD CODE

5 Dia. STANDARD LENGTH 200m

140

140

20±0.1

10

10

2-4.5Dia.

U1/4-20UNC

MOUNTIONG SCREW HOLES

33

8.5

7

4

8.5

73.2

8.5

FOCUS ADJUSTMENT VOLUME

100

180

240

80

120

160

Tighter mounting screws at the torque specified.
Recommended screw tightening torque
M4:1.2N

m,

1/4”-20UNC:2.6N

m

(6) Installation Precautions

NOTICE:

This product meets CISPR11 class A . The intended use of this product is in an
industrial environment only.

Case: ABS

Approx. 600 g (including cord)

Ferrite core (2), Instruction sheet

IEC60529, IP65

IEC60529, IP67

Prewired, Standard cable 

length: 2 m

Degree of protection

Materials

Weight

Accessories

Prewired, Crooked-proof cable 

length: 2 m

IEC60529, IP65

ZFX-SC150

(Ultra-wide View)

ZFX-SC150W

(Ultra-wide View)

ZFX-SC150R

(Ultra-wide View)

Manufacturer:
  Omron Corporation,
  Shiokoji Horikawa, Shimogyo-ku,
  Kyoto 600-8530 JAPAN
  Ayabe Factory
  3-2 Narutani, Nakayama-cho,
  Ayabe-shi, Kyoto 623-0105 JAPAN

TRACEABILITY INFORMATION:
Representative in EU:
  Omron Europe B.V.
  Wegalaan 67-69
  2132 JD Hoofddorp,
  The Netherlands

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